Mitchell Taylor
Mitchell Taylor was a candidate for the District 3 seat on the Battle Ground School Board in Washington. He was defeated by fellow challenger Jim Pegoraro on November 5, 2013.
Biography
Taylor received his high school diploma from Poudre High School in Fort Collins, Colorado. He started his career as a sports reporter for Deseret News in Utah before starting a career in collections. At the time of his candidacy, Taylor was the Vice President of Client Service at RevQ in Vancouver, Washington. He volunteered as Communications Director and President of the BGHS Athletic Club for nine years. Taylor and his wife have three children who have attended Battle Ground schools.[1].
Elections
Taylor sought election to the board against Jim Pegoraro on November 5, 2013.
Results
| Battle Ground School Board, Four-year term, District 3, 2013 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Nonpartisan |  Jim Pegoraro |
52.4% | 5,943 | |
| Nonpartisan | Mitchell Taylor | 47.6% | 5,402 | |
| Total Votes | 11,345 | |||
| Source: Clark County Auditor's Office, "November 5, 2013 General Election," November 26, 2013 | ||||
Funding
Taylor reported no contributions or expenditures to the Washington Public Disclosure Commission.[2]
Campaign themes
2013
Taylor's campaign website described the candidate's reasons for running:[3]
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"As a BG citizen, parent, grandparent, volunteer and businessman; I am committed to making the best possible decisions for BGSD’s children in regards to their education and safety. I understand there’s a need to be fiscally responsible with our tax dollars. I Know listening is the most important part of communication. I believe in common sense, fiscal responsibility, and I believe in Students." |
Note: The above quote is from the candidate's website, which may include some typographical or spelling errors.
Recent news
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See also
- Washington school districts
- Battle Ground School District elections (2013)
- Battle Ground School District, Washington
External links
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